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what herbicide to kill spurge in lawn? #880747
Asked August 08, 2024, 4:22 PM EDT
What herbicide is safest to kill spurge in my lawn?
Arapahoe County Colorado
Expert Response
Hello Geoffrey,
Thanks for reaching out to Ask Extension about herbicides and spurge in your lawn.
While we can't make specific product recommendations, you will want to find an herbicide with the following active ingredients or mix of ingredients: 2,4-D, and MCPP (mecoprop), and dicamba. Make sure the product you choose lists spurge on the label.
Here is more information about broadleaf weeds in lawns and how to manage them:
https://planttalk.colostate.edu/topics/lawns/1525-controlling-broadleaf-weeds-lawns/
https://cmg.extension.colostate.edu/Gardennotes/552.pdf
No matter which herbicide product you choose, make sure to read the entire label and follow all directions for mixing and applications, including personal protective equipment.
Here is another great resource about lawncare and management best practices:
http://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/yard-garden/lawn-care-7-202
I hope this helps,
Dawn